SUBJECT
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Public Hearing to consider adoption of a Resolution allowing for the Installation of Two Traffic Calming Devices (Speed Humps) on Stephenson Avenue, Near Babson Park (estimated $10,000.00 one-time expense)
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DESCRIPTION
Click or tap here t The Board of County Commissioners has a policy that allows for the installation of traffic calming devices on certain County roads, provided they meet the criteria set forth in the policy.
An area resident approached the County with a request to install traffic calming devices on Stephenson Avenue. Stephenson Avenue is located in the Babson Park area in S-33, T-30S, R-28E, and is classified as a Local Residential road.
Staff conducted traffic studies on Stephenson Avenue, as outlined in FS 316.189, and determined that the roadway met the Policy criteria based on traffic speed and volume. Staff distributed ballots to affected homeowners and received a favorable vote from the required percentage of that population. o enter text.
RECOMMENDATION
Request Board adopt the associated Resolution to allow for the installation of two traffic calming devices (speed humps) on Stephenson Avenue. Cost for installation of the traffic calming devices is estimated at $10,000.00.
FISCAL IMPACT
Funding is budgeted in the FY 24/25 Transportation Millage Fund.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Amy J. Gregory, P.E.
Traffic Manager
(863) 535-2200
Jay M. Jarvis, P.E.
Roads & Drainage Division Director
(863) 535-2200